Drag-it-easy

ABSTRACT

An animal dragging method for the purpose of dragging or carrying game animal carcasses from one point to another. The method consists of one strap weaved through two holes on each end of a cylinder pipe. This pipe serves as a handle opposite the knotted strap convenient for holstering game animals. The pendulum-looking device allows for simple maneuvering when hooked onto the ankle(s) or neck(s) of a game animal(s). The knotted strap weaved through the cylinder pipe also allows for adjustment; depending on the size of the game animal it can hold up to several game animals.

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The invention presented relates to the mounting and dragging of gameanimal.

2. Description of Related Art

For the purpose of hunting and game dragging a device is needed formounting and dragging game animal from one location to another. Priorinventions have simply allowed for basic transporting of game animal,most commonly from the antlers or by the neck. There is still a need fora more methodical approach to mount game by the legs, or the body and tocut the distance between the carcass and dragger to allow for bettermaneuvering of the carcass. Moreover, previous inventions lack aneffective way to drag game animal through rough terrain and or difficultenvironments such as brushes or debris.

These issues are the main reasons why an invention is needed to improveefficiency of mounting, and to improve smooth transport of gamedragging.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF INVENTION

The present invention is a wild game tool possibly small in size andweight. It successfully allows for better mounting and dragging of gameanimal. The objective of this invention is to improve the action ofmounting and dragging game animals. This device will cut time in half bysecuring the game closer to the dragger which allows for betterdistribution of strength to drag a game animal(s). This invention alsoproduces a method allowing better maneuvering of game animal throughrough terrain. Easy mounting strategies will allot for several gameanimals to be hoisted at once and simple holstering of game animal bodyparts. The invention simply includes one draft strap weaved through twosmall holes on each end of a cylinder pipe, then knotted. Thispendulum-looking device provides versatility. The handle ensuresadequate room for a strong grasp of the mounted game animal, and theknotted strap (which can slide back and forth) provides flexibility insize and number of game animals mounted. Thus, this hefty device meetsthe needs of transport as well as security of game animal.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

In reference to the drawing on FIG. 1, the present invention shows theproperties of the design which consists of a draft rope interlacedthrough a cylinder tube and knotted. This device can be large or smallin size and the weight can be adjusted for length. This cylinder tubecan be made out of any material so long as it has two identical holesdrilled through the cylinder tube. A set of holes on each end allows thestrap to pass through the tube (refer to FIG. 1). The strap can be ofany material (nylon, rope, etc.) so long as it is durable and can beknotted together to make one continuous rope.

The steps for using the drag tool can be understood by examining STEPS1-5 with a prop example. STEP 1 is the standard position for the dragtool with the prop example. In STEP 2, the tool clearly shows the ropebeing pulled over prop example and it must completely clear the cylindertube. In STEP 3, reach and pull the cylinder handle up through the ropethat is pulled over the prop example. STEPS 4 and 5 show the cylinderhandle being pulled up as the rope tightens around the prop example. InSTEP 5, the tool clearly shows a secure grasp of the prop example, againthis prop example represents the hock, leg, antler or neck of a gameanimal carcass.

Examples of the use of this dragging tool can be seen in Drawings 1-9.In Drawing 1, you see the tool dragging the knuckles of a deer. In thedrawing, two dragging devices are used, one for each knuckle, providingbetter leverage and security of the game animal. This same method can beused on the antlers of a deer or game animal. In Drawing 2, two separatedragging tools are used on the antlers of a deer showing the common useand purpose of this tool. In Drawing 3. the dragging tool is used aroundthe neck of a doe or fawn or game animals with no antlers. This showsthe versatility of the product, which can accommodate any part of thegame animal, large or small, antler or no antler. Each method seen hereshows the same basic and simple procedure of using the dragging tool asshown and mentioned in FIG. 1 and in STEPS 1-5.

In Drawing 4, the dragging tool clearly shows the product can be used bymore than one individual. As shown, each individual is using a separatedrag tool on the same game animal. Each tool used here is the exact sametool with the exact same method.

In Drawing 5 and 6, the tool is used on a larger hunting animal such asa bear. The same method is used here with the same mounting and draggingsystem the tool provides.

The dragging tool not only functions in STEPS 1-5 it can also functiondifferently as shown in the ALTERNATIVE STEPS 1-6. These ALT STEPS showhow the dragging tool can function with a closer grip of the game animaland how it can provide holstering options.

In ATL STEP 1, we see the basic drag tool, this tool method shows thecylinder centered between the knotted rope. The two ends allow for abetter grasp of game animal. ALT STEP 1 shows two prop examples over therope. In ALT STEP 2, the rope is pulled up and over prop example #2. InALT STEP 3, the same is done to the other side with the rope pulled upand over prop example 1. In the ALT STEP 4, the cylinder handle is thenpulled up and out from underneath the rope. In ALT STEP 5 you see thecylinder handle being pulled to show movement; as the handle movesupwards, the prop examples are moving closer together for a tightergrasp. In ALT STEP 6, the finished function of the drag tool shows howthis drag tool can tightly secure game animal at a closer distance. Bestmethod for holstering game animals.

We can see the use of this method in Drawings 7 and 8 for deer. InDrawing 7, the drag tool is securing both knuckles of a deer. Thisvaluable function provides a shorter distance from carcass to hunter andprovides better grasp of game animal mainly for purpose of holsteringand or maneuvering. This tool method is ideal when maneuvering gameanimal through rough terrain because it provides solid leverage of thecarcass and sufficient distribution of strength when holstering and ordragging.

In Drawing 8, we see a versatile purpose to the drag tool. It can alsoallow holstering and mounting of game animal by quartering game animaland securing parts to the drag tool. Other drag tools exist providingthe same function, however this dragging also provides this function.

We see this versatility in Drawings 9 and 10 as well. The drag tool canbe used on game birds—using the same methods as mentioned above. Byholstering and dragging the legs of a game bird.

1. A game animal dragging method which consists of: one continuous woventether (rope) for animal receiving and securing; one cylinder tube withtwo identical cut-out holes on each end of pipe (for a total of fourholes in cylinder tube); one continuous draft strap shall be passedthrough two small holes of the same size and shape placed exactly thesame on each end of a cylinder tube, then knotted together securely forhand receiving; this pendulum-looking device becomes the standardposition for this product. one adjustable strap can be made attachableto the game animal hock, neck, leg, or antler, then the knotted strappasses back up through the opening for a double loop of the game animal.(Refer to STEPS 1-5 for illustrations). The invention can be large orsmall in size, however the function and its given properties (tetheredrope passed through identical holes on cylinder tube) is all relative tothis claim; The cylinder tube handle in this product is an essentialfunction of this product. This cylinder tube can be made out of anymaterial so long as it has two identical holes drilled through thecylinder tube. A set of holes on each end allows the strap to passthrough the tube (refer to FIG. 1). Therein, attached to a knotted rope,the device functions as a whole.
 2. This tool and all of its propertiesare illustrated in STEPS 1-5 as well as ALT STEPS 1-6. Because of theversatility of this product, all methods provided by this product arederivatives of the standard product position; thereof they remain a partof the product claim at hand;
 3. The combinations or methods as definedabove in claims 1 and 2, wherein the standard function of this productis the usage of the cylinder handle as well as the use of the attachedrope, provides sturdy leverage of game animal carcass. This tool allowsone rope to be pulled up and over game animal carcass or game body partsand the cylinder tube pulled upwards to secure rope to game animalfastening hold. Refer to Drawings 1-9 for basic use of product.
 4. Themethods in claim 3, thereof are basic functions of mounting game animal.The invention also secures game animals for purpose of efficiency. Usingthe basic method as defined in claim 3, the invention can also mountseveral game animals with one tool, depending on the length of rope. 5.The method in claim 4, thereof allows for functions securing game animalparts to be carried. Quartered game animals and or smaller game animalscan be holstered, by changing the standard position of the inventedtool. Shifting the position of the cylinder tube from thependulum-looking position to centering the tube on the knotted ropeallows the two ropes to come up and over the game animal for a moresecure grasp. Refer to ALT STEPS 1-6 in illustration section. Thismethod is recommended for best maneuvering in rough terrain or forquartered game animal carcasses.
 6. The ALTERNATIVE STEPS produced withthis invention as defined in claim 5, wherein, the rope and cylindertube can be manipulated to secure a closer hold of game animal carcassto carrier also is ideal for game birds. Shortening the tethered rope onthe tool provides more secure leverage in holstering and mounting ofgame animal. Lengthening the tethered rope on tool provides morecarriers as well as better distribution of weight in dragging gameanimal.